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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Tam, Psychiatrist in Boston, MA?
Dr. Alison Tam, MD is a Psychiatrist, who primarily practices in Boston, MA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Tam graduated from Florida State University, College Of Medicine and completed her residency at Boston University Medical Center Program. Dr. Tam is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tam’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tam’s office at (617) 296-0061.
Where did Dr. Tam go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Boston University Medical Center Program
Medical School: Florida State University, College Of Medicine | Florida State University, College Of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Tam speak?
Dr. Tam and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Psychiatrist like Dr. Tam typically treat?
As a Psychiatrist, Dr. Tam diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Tam. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Moderate Recurrent Major Depression
- Mild Recurrent Major Depression
- Depression
- Moderate chronic depression
- Moderate recurring depression
- Moderate depressive episodes
- Mild chronic depression
- Mild recurring depression
- Mild depressive episodes
ICD-10 Codes:
- F331: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, moderate
- F330: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, mild
Also known as:
- Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder
- PTSD
- Trauma Stress
- Combat Stress
- Shell Shock
ICD-10 Codes:
- F4310: Post-traumatic stress disorder, unspecified
Also known as:
- Schizophrenia
- Undifferentiated Schizophrenia
- Psychotic disorder
- Thought disorder
- Mental illness with psychosis
- Mixed schizophrenia
- Atypical schizophrenia
- Schizophrenia with mixed features
ICD-10 Codes:
- F209: Schizophrenia, unspecified
- F203: Undifferentiated schizophrenia
What procedures does a Psychiatrist like Dr. Tam typically perform?
As a Psychiatrist, procedures performed by Dr. Alison Tam may include:
- Child Psychiatry Consultation
- Child Psychiatry Follow Up
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Couples Therapy
- Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT)
- Hypnotherapy
- Inpatient Psychiatric Services
- Ketamine Infusion
Please contact Dr. Tam's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Tam accept my insurance?
Dr. Tam accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (617) 296-0061 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Tam accept in Boston, MA?
Dr. Tam in Boston, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
Commonwealth Care Alliance
Lifetime Healthcare
Medicaid
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Network Health
Point32Health
State of Massachusetts
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Where is Dr. Tam's office located?
What is Dr. Tam's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Tam's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1427378777.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tam?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Tam
What is Dr. Alison Tam's specialty?
Dr. Tam is a Psychiatrist near Boston, MA.
What does a Psychiatrist do?
A Psychiatrist specializes in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of mental disorders, emotional disorders, psychotic disorders, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, substance-related disorders, sexual and gender identity disorders and adjustment disorders. Biologic, psychological, and social components of illnesses are explored and understood in treatment of the whole person. Tools used may include diagnostic laboratory tests, prescribed medications, evaluation and treatment of psychological and interpersonal problems with individuals and families, and intervention for coping with stress, crises, and other problems.
Is this Dr. Alison Tam affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Tam is affiliated with Boston Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals
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Is Alison Tam accepting new patients in Boston, MA?
Yes, Dr. Alison Tam is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Alison Tam offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Tam's office at (617) 296-0061 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Alison Tam?
Please contact Dr. Tam's office at (617) 296-0061 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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